Inca Trail
The Inca Trail Remains One of the Best Hikes in the World
The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is considered to be one of the best hikes in the world. There are variations of the trail so people can choose hikes that are moderate, difficult or challenging. These hikes take you through amazing ruins, beautiful mountains, rushing waterfalls and a luscious jungle. Hike the Inca Trail with…
Read MoreHiking the Inca Trail When Time is Tight
Spending a week or longer in Peru and enjoying majestic sites like Machu Picchu is ideal, but some travelers don’t have the time to devote to long-term excursions. Fortunately, Alpaca Expeditions offers a two-day/one-night trek on the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. Sure, having a week to explore the mountain wilderness would be amazing, but…
Read MoreWhat to Bring on Your Inca Trail Trek
Before embarking on your Inca Trail trip of a lifetime, it’s important to take care of basics and determine what to bring for your trek. Alpaca Expeditions has made countless treks into the Andes with travelers from all over the world. We have a good understanding of the travel essentials you should include on your…
Read MoreHiking the Inca Trail Made Easy
Hiking the Inca Trail is not an easy feat. The hike entails significant safety risks, where you will ascend over 13,000 feet in four days. Nevertheless, it is arguably the most famous trail in all of South America and one of the best backpacking trips in the world. It’s a 42-kilometer trail, connecting several Incan…
Read MorePermits to Hike the Inca Trail Provided by Alpaca Expeditions
The Inca trail is one of the few treks in the universe that combine history, natural beauty, and mystery. The astonishing 42km trail cuts through three magnificent, high passes and meanders between several archeological sites. It culminates at the awe-inspiring, and famous, Machu Picchu. However, in order to see this incredible sight, you have to…
Read MoreHiking the Inca Trail: An Experts’ Guide
If you’re up for a real adventure, then you should consider hiking the Inca Trail. The length of this hike is 42 km and takes about four days to complete. A fun fast fact about the Inca Trail that might interest you is that the record time for hiking this trail was three hours…. but,…
Read MoreWhat Should You Wear When Hiking the Inca Trail?
If you are planning to a trip to Peru to visit Machu Picchu, then you may be wondering: “what should you wear when hiking the Inca Trail?” You must plan ahead and know what you should wear during this demanding hike. You’ll need to be able to adjust to changing temperatures that you’ll experience during…
Read MoreInca Trail Myths and Misleading Information
The Inca Trail is certainly one of the most amazing and beautiful trails not only in the Americas, but the world at large, where travelers can enjoy unforgettable experiences. The trail leads to several archeological sights, forest steppe, and the Peruvian jungle all of which boast impressive views. While this place is out of this…
Read MorePreparing for the Inca Trail: Following in the Steps of the Ancient Incas
The Inca Trail provides incredible-looking views, from the titanic Andes mountains extending to the clouds, to tropical forests, to beautiful alpine clearings high in the sky where you can see miles of majesty in every direction. You’ll want to make sure you’re preparing for the Inca Trail ahead of time to make sure that you’re…
Read MoreWhat is the Difficulty of the Inca Trail?
The Classic Inca Trail is Peru’s famous multi-day trail and a world leading location for any outdoor activities. The difficulty of the Inca Trail is ranked based on the elevation gain over distance. It consists of a 4-days hike alongside some of the classic Inca stone pathways, through fascinating sites and ending at Machu Pichu,…
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